All about Customs

Customs is an authority or agency in a country responsible for collecting and safeguarding customs duties and for controlling the flow of goods including animals, personal effects and hazardous items in and out of a country.

Clearance Channels

The baggage clearance at major International Airports in India consists of two channels for clearance.

Green channel: not having any dutiable goods to declare.

Red channel: having dutiable goods to declare.

Remember: Non-declaration & wrongful declaration of the dutiable goods may attract confiscation of goods, fine or penalty. Serious offences like attempting to smuggle Gold, without declaration may lead to arrest & prosecution. The Indian Revenue Department has specified a list of items, including the size that can now be imported duty-free as part of the baggage.

Please visit the official website of Customs department, Government Of India, for detailed information